Production Operator

Starting Wage $21.70 with opportunities through our pay-for-skills program up to $28.61! Schedule 12-hour shifts 7 days on 7 days off rotation. Day shift: 6 AM - 6 PM. Availability to work holidays and weekends. Vacation: Accrual rate of 2 weeks beginning the first of the month following the hire date. Holidays: 10 designated and 1 floating. 401(k): company match of 100% on employee’s first 6% contribution. Medical plans: 2 options with one being a plan with a Health Savings account; the other offers a Healthcare Flex Spending Account. Dental and vision plans available. Life insurance: company provided with option for employee to purchase additional for employee, partner, and dependents. Disability plans: Employer provided. Benefits Vacation: Accrual rate of 2 weeks beginning the first of the month following the hire date. Holidays: 10 designated and 1 floating. 401(k): company match of 100% on employee’s first 6% contribution. Medical plans: 2 options with one being a plan with a Health Savings account; the other offers a Healthcare Flex Spending Account. Dental and vision plans available. Life insurance: company provided with option for employee to purchase additional for employee, partner, and dependents. Disability plans: Employer provided. Job Summary We are creating the conditions that inspire and enable innovation - in our products and services, as well as in how we do our work day-to-day. The Process Dryer Operator will be responsible for the manufacturing and handling of raw materials and/or finished products at the plant on the Flash and/or Roll Dryer Lines. A successful applicant will be responsible for safely operating equipment in the assigned area while maintaining a high degree of quality for our products and working as efficiently as possible for our continuous operation facilities. Core Responsibilities / Essential Functions Varying levels of positions may include the following tasks: Operating mechanized Flash and/or Roll Dryer line equipment safely, efficiently, and within specifications. Troubleshooting, inspecting, and fixing issues that arise with equipment as applicable. Identifying and recommending opportunities for improvement. Preparing batches per SOPs. Monitoring the operation from the control room on computers, if applicable, and making adjustments as necessary to maintain production rates and quality specifications. Sampling and testing products. Ensuring finished product quality parameters are met according to batch sheets. Performing required in-process testing (i.e., Brabender, sieve, magnet checks, pull samples, moisture checks, etc.) per SOPs and completing required reports. Preparing railcars and trucks; loading and unloading trucks, railcars and bags as necessary for packaging. Packing, inspecting, and dumping of bags and totes, sacks, or drums. Filling tanks or transferring product as necessary. Performing tasks of varying physical demand such as moving hoses and cleaning equipment. Completing sanitation procedures per the Sanitation Manual and Sanitation SOPs. Completing all required documentation as necessary. Participating in problem solving, continuous improvement efforts, cost reduction teams, safety efforts and submitting ideas as appropriate. Restocking supplies as needed. Performing routine operator-based maintenance checks and monitoring equipment for proper maintenance. Writing work orders as necessary. Participating in training new employees. Performing routine housekeeping responsibilities in compliance with GMPs and dust mitigation efforts. Complying with all employee handbook provisions. Following all outlined safety procedures. Reading and interpreting documents, reports and results and taking necessary actions. Backing up the other dryer operator. Maintaining inventory. Handling movement of and working with chemicals as appropriate. Performing other duties as required. Continuously learning other job duties and/or positions as required. Assisting other team members as able to keep the plant operating smoothly and efficiently. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Work Environment Ability to work in potentially loud and strong odorous environments, different physical environments, or in various weather conditions. Must be able to move about in the processing areas and be able to do the following: lift and carry up to 50 pounds, stand and walk for sustained periods; climb stairs and ladders; bend; reach; push; pull; enter tanks; and wear harness. Able to work in cold and hot environments for extended periods of time. Able to work 12 hour shifts as appropriate. Bring items into focus. Ability to safely drive a forklift and other equipment. Position type and expected hours of work: Full‑time position, willing to work any day of the week, an off shift and/or rotating shifts as applicable or assigned. Overtime may be required. 12 hour shifts 7 days on 7 days off schedule. Required Education And Experience High school diploma or GED required. Must be able to complete pre‑employment assessments as required. Must be able to pass a background check for education, work history, and criminal record. Must be able to successfully pass a physical and drug screen as applicable by local government. Additional Eligibility Qualifications Read, write, and speak English. Able to safely perform duties of the job as required. Work in a team environment with minimal supervision. Strong communication skills to share information, data and ideas with peers and leaders. Demonstrate good decision‑making ability and communication skills. Computer literate and SAP experience a plus. Able to develop and apply mechanical/problem‑solving skills, preferred. Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practice and Food Safety, a plus. Forklift experience, a plus or ability to get forklift certification, required. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. Ingredion seeks to provide a work environment that is free from harassment and discrimination. We will not tolerate any form of discrimination based on race, color, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, handicap or disability—mental or physical—marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability resulting from military service, or any other classification protected by law ("protected classifications"). We are committed to establishing and maintaining a work environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. Ingredion provides accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If a job applicant requires an accommodation during the application process or through the selection process, we will work with the applicant to meet the job applicant's accommodation needs. Relocation Available No This pay rate is not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Final base salary will be determined based on several factors which may include but are not limited to responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data and applicable bargaining agreement (if any). Benefits Full‑time roles are eligible for our comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental and vision coverage as well as a 401(k) plan with a competitive company match. #J-18808-Ljbffr